Marianne Kitany: Kenya lags on Vision 2030 economic pillar as GDP growth stays at 5%
Aldai Member of Parliament and former Chief of Staff in the Office of the Deputy President, Marianne Kitany, has said that Kenya has made progress on the political and social pillars of Vision 2030 but continues to lag on the economic pillar, with GDP growth currently at about 4.5 to 5 per cent. Kitany, speaking […]
Marianne Kitany, a former Chief of Staff in the Office of the Deputy President, has expressed concern over Kenya's lagging progress on the economic pillar of Vision 2030. Despite achievements in political and social development, Kenya's GDP growth remains at about 4.5 to 5 percent, falling short of the 10 percent growth envisioned by the 2030 plan.
Kitany highlighted the importance of accelerating economic transformation, particularly in manufacturing, industrialization, and value addition. However, she noted the decline of traditional industrial centers, such as the once-bustling Industrial Area, which is now largely deserted. The government is attempting to address this issue by decentralizing manufacturing through County Aggregation and Industrial Parks, with counties responsible for constructing, equipping, and operating these facilities.
Despite several counties nearing completion of their industrial parks, Kitany emphasized that mere construction is insufficient; the facilities must also be productive through manufacturing and value addition. As Kenya approaches the final stages of Vision 2030, Kitany stressed the need for stronger implementation of existing policies and legislation to boost economic growth.
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